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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Morning star / bright star
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- loo-SAIR-oh
Lucero is a Spanish name that means "morning star" or "bright star," and it's pronounced loo-SAIR-oh. It has a soft, flowing sound and a meaning that's easy to explain to anyone who asks.
Meaning & Origin of Lucero
Meaning: Morning star / bright star.
Origin: Spanish.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Lucero
loo-SAIR-ohIPA /luːˈsɛəroʊ/
Popularity of Lucero
Lucero peaked at #647 in 1994, when 334 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1664 with 123 babies, so it's a familiar name that's still in use but far from crowded.
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FAQ
What does the name Lucero mean?
Morning star / bright star. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lucero?
Lucero is pronounced loo-SAIR-oh (IPA: /luːˈsɛəroʊ/).
Is Lucero a popular name right now?
Lucero peaked at #647 in 1994 and is ranked #1664 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1961–2024.)
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